Linear Actuator Selection Guide

Help Me Choose a Single Axis Actuator or Belt Drive

When choosing a linear actuator or belt drive, many factors need to be considered. Below are some basic questions to address when making your selection. Macron engineers are available to assist you in selecting, designing, or engineering a motion system for your application. If you require engineering assistance for your application, please contact Macron automation and mechanical motion engineers.

Features	MacSTANDARD	MacBUILT	MacREADY

Description	Actuators and belt drives with standard features available for online ordering	Engineered actuators and belt drives designed to meet user specified requirements	Plug and play actuators in standard lengths include motor and PLC
Horizontal or Vertical Motion
Available Lengths	Standard lengths to 2242 mm	Custom lengths to 152.4 meters	Standard lengths
Max. Load / Force	Up to 1000 lbs.	Built to specification	Up to 500 lbs.
Online Purchasing
Delivery Time	Less than 1 week	2 to 4 weeks	Less than 1 week
Belt Options		Application Specific
Extrusion (Beam) Options		Standard or Heavy
Pulley Options		Application Specific
Cart Options (i.e., Wrap-Around)		Configured for Requirements
Motor Mount Adapter	NEMA is Standard	Configured for Requirements	Motor and adapter included
	MacSTANDARD Belt Driven Actuators	MacBUILT Custom Linear Actuators & Belt Drives	MacREADY Automation Actuators Include Motor, PLC